L'ÉCOLE 5th Anniversary in Hong Kong

L'ÉCOLE Asia Pacific celebrates 5 years in Hong Kong #LECOLEHK5YEARS

L’ÉCOLE Asia Pacific, School of Jewelry Arts Celebrates 5 Years of the Hong Kong campus

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L'ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts, supported by Van Cleef & Arpels, officially celebrates its Hong Kong campus’ 5th anniversary. This milestone marks the first permanent school outside of Paris since 2019. Over the past 5 years, L'ÉCOLE has attracted more than 56,000 visitors to various courses, seminars, and 8 exhibitions held at the K11  MUSEA campus. 

As the Hong Kong campus has grown, L'ÉCOLE is also expanding with new campuses opening in Shanghai and Dubai and another location in Paris. Looking ahead to the new year, L'ÉCOLE will aim to further invite visitors to explore the captivating world of jewelry in a broad and multidisciplinary manner, taking a fresh and innovative approach throughout the Asia Pacific region.

Exciting Happenings

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NEW COURSE "Pearls: History, Science and Legends"

Next Session: December 19, 2024, 2:30pm-6:30pm

Firstly launched in Asia Pacific region, discover the first gemstone of humanity. Embark on a fascinating journey into the pearl, a gem born from a living organism as famous as it is mysterious, a rare and precious witness to humanity’s first steps.

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New Book “Discover Gems”

From the time of the kings to the gold rushes and up to today's collectors, precious stones arouse many fantasies about color, light and rarity, which gives them a value that borders on the dream. A sign of wealth and power, the brilliance of gemstones also evokes the geological depth of time, an epic of several billion years, that of the Earth. From the properties of turquoise to the symbolism of diamonds and the Great Sapphire of the French Crown, this guide, with more than 1,000 photos, will take you into the fascinating world of gems.

Available in English, Traditional Chinese & Simplified Chinese editions at L'ÉCOLE Bookstore.

Past Programs

L'ECOLE Asia Pacific, School of Jewelry Arts in Hong Kong, Black Diamond, Stomacher

Presentation “Black Diamonds: Rediscovered Treasures”

November 14-24, 2024


To kick-start the 5th  Anniversary celebration, L'ÉCOLE Asia Pacific is offering a captivating journey into the world of the enigmatic black diamonds. 
 
Do you know the biggest diamond found is not the Cullinan? The Sergio diamond, discovered in 1895 in Brazil, surpasses the Cullinan in size, weighing 3,167 carats (649.23 g). Visit the limited presentation “Black Diamonds: Rediscovered Treasures” and explore the story of this infamous gem.

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Special In-Person Conversation “Black Diamonds: Rediscovered Treasures” & "Discover Gems" Book Signing Session

November 11, 2024

What are black diamonds?  By 2024, they have gained new popularity in jewelry making, sparking renewed interest among collectors. But do you know why? Finally, discover the story of the infamous “Sergio,” the world’s largest black diamond, recently rediscovered between London and Paris.

Join us for a special In-Person Conversation with François Farges and Olivier Segura, along with "Discover Gems" book signing session to explore the nature and history of black diamonds. 

Stay tuned for more upcoming programs!